Fundraising Officer

Fundraising Officer

Closing date:
Salary: £26,211.00 per annum
Contract type: Fixed term / Working hours: Full time
Location:
Head Office, The Barn, Berkeley Drive, Bamber Bridge, Preston, Lancashire, PR5 6BY

Matthew Roberts

We are looking an exceptional individual, capable of playing an important role in our Fundraising team, helping to grow the charity's support, essential income and raise awareness of our membership offering to our diverse audience across the region

The Fundraising Officer will be an integral part of our team, with a focus on the "on the ground" fundraising efforts, helping prospective donors understand how they can support us financially and building relationships within communities. They will assist with the creation of strong user journeys, which compel our members to continue to support our charity and deepen their connections with us. 

This rewarding post will make a vital contribution to the membership and fundraising development plans of the Lancashire Wildlife Trust and help to secure funds for the protection of local habitats and wildlife. This is an excellent opportunity to bring your experience to a position where you can contribute directly to cause that you are passionate about.

The successful candidate will be highly organised, enthusiastic and motivated with excellent communication skills.

The position is full time, working 35 hours per week. Occasional work outside of regular office hours such as evenings and weekends will be occasionally required, though this should be infrequent.

We offer 28 days holidays plus bank holidays per annum, increasing with length of service. A friendly and flexible working environment with the chance to be a part of the largest nature conservation body in the area, working together to improve our region for nature as well as engaging and inspiring people to connect and take action for wildlife.

Further details including a full Job Description can be found in the Recruitment Pack below.

Please review the Job Description before you apply.

Should you be interested in this position please complete the Application Form and Diversity Monitoring Form and return your application before the closing date stated. Completed applications can be returned via email to applications@lancswt.org.uk.

The Diversity Monitoring form can be completed by clicking here 

Lancashire Wildlife Trust is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.

(CV's will not be considered -   No Agencies)

Closing Date for Receipt of Applications Is:  Sunday 18th August 2024 

Interviews:  To be confirmed

This post is part of our ‘Building resilience to save and bring back wildlife’ and is made possible with The National Lottery Heritage Fund. Thanks to National Lottery players, we have been able to recruit for this post.